ATV Adventure Tours
Our ATV tour in Cusco takes you along the rural roads of the Sacred Valley to Maras, Moray or Piuray Lake, with views of snow-capped peaks and Andean landscapes full of adventure.
Adventure on wheels in the heart of the Andes
Summary
This ATV tour in Cusco is a half-day excursion that combines the thrill of riding with some of the most beautiful landscapes of the Sacred Valley. You ride along rural dirt roads among farmland, small villages and viewpoints overlooking the snow-capped peaks of the Urubamba range.
You can choose between two routes. On the one hand, the Maras and Moray route reaches the circular Inca terraces and the ancient salt pans; on the other hand, the Piuray Lake route takes you to a body of water surrounded by mountains near Chinchero.
Before setting off, you receive a safety briefing and a riding practice session with instructors. Therefore, no previous experience is required, and double ATVs are available for those who prefer to ride as passengers.
Highlights
Itinerary
08:00 - 08:30
Hotel pickup
We pick you up at your hotel in the historic center of Cusco before the drive.
Our team picks you up at your hotel. Then we begin the drive to the ATV base by tourist transportation.
08:30 - 09:30
Transfer to the ATV base
Drive to the Chinchero and Maras plateau.
We drive to the Chinchero and Maras plateau, where the ATV operations base is located.
09:30 - 10:00
Safety briefing and practice
Gear up, then practice riding with instructors.
You receive your helmet, gloves and protective gear. Then the instructors give you a safety briefing and a riding practice session on a circuit before heading out on the route.
10:00 - 12:30
ATV route
Ride to Maras and Moray or to Piuray Lake.
We set off along rural roads on your chosen route: to the terraces of Moray and the Maras Salt Mines, or to Piuray Lake, with stops at viewpoints for photos.
12:30 - 13:00
Return to the base
Ride back to the operations base when the route ends.
Later, we return to the base, where you hand back your gear and have a moment to rest.
13:00 - 14:00
Return to Cusco
Return by tourist transportation during the afternoon.
Finally, we return to Cusco. The tour ends at the Main Square or near your hotel in the historic center.
Include
What does it include?
- Pickup from hotels in the historic center of Cusco
- Round-trip tourist transportation to the base
- Individual ATV with fuel
- Helmet, gloves and protective gear
- Safety briefing and riding practice
- Instructor and guide during the ride
- Permanent assistance during the tour
What's not included?
- Entrance to Moray and the Maras Salt Mines (depending on the route)
- Meals
- Drinks and snacks
- Supplement for a double ATV
- Tips for the instructor
- Travel insurance
Important information
What to bring
Comfortable clothes that can get dirty
Windbreaker jacket
Closed-toe shoes
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Scarf or buff for the dust
Water
Passport or identification document
Weather
The Maras and Chinchero plateau is a high area exposed to the wind. Mornings are cold and the sun is intense; also, in the rainy season the roads can be muddy.
Safety
Wearing protective gear and following the instructor’s directions is mandatory. Also, riders must be adults, while minors can ride as passengers on double ATVs.
Recommendations
A driver’s license is not required. However, tell the instructor if you have never driven a vehicle, so the practice can be adapted. Also, riding under the influence of alcohol is not allowed.
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FAQ
Do I need experience or a driver's license?
No. Before the ATV tour in Cusco starts, you have a riding practice session with instructors. You only need to be an adult to ride.
Which route do you recommend?
The Maras and Moray route is ideal if you want to combine adventure with archaeological sites. In contrast, the Piuray Lake route offers quieter, more natural landscapes.
Can children take part?
On the ATV tour in Cusco, minors can take part as passengers on double ATVs ridden by an adult.
Are entrance fees to Moray and Maras included?
No. If you choose the Maras and Moray route, entrance fees are paid separately. However, we can include them in your booking on request.
Does it operate in the rainy season?
Yes, although the roads can be muddy. Therefore, for safety, the route may be adjusted according to ground conditions.
Can I book this tour as a private service?
Yes. The tour is available as a group or private service, as well as with flexible schedules.
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